Thursday, October 15, 2009

President Chapman of NDSU Busted an resigns in scandal.

Earlier today, I tendered my resignation to Chancellor Goetz. Serving aspresident of North Dakota State University for the past 11 years has beenthe greatest privilege of my academic career. Together, we have takenthis institution to new levels, and I take great pride in all we haveaccomplished together. Gale and I have made friends and community tieshere we will cherish for the rest of our lives.

Controversies in recent days have created distractions that have made itimpossible for me to provide the leadership this institution deserves.Students have always been paramount, and I fear these distractions haveimpaired my ability to serve their interests.

I have full confidence NDSU will continue to thrive and contribute to theprosperity of North Dakota well into the future.